The KP Dialogue Forum will be held in Mumbai on May 10, 2026, bringing together global diamond industry stakeholders to discuss credibility, consumer confidence and compliance across the supply chain.

GJEPC launched JewelStart on January 12, 2026, in Mumbai at IIJS Bharat Signature to create a structured incubation and acceleration platform supporting innovation, startups, and MSMEs across the gem and jewellery value chain.

IIGJ Lab, a GJEPC initiative, has revised its ruby treatment terminology to match leading global gemmological practices, simplifying clarity-enhancement descriptions and strengthening transparency for gemstone manufacturers, traders, and retailers across India.

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) will host the first Saudi Arabia Jewellery Exposition (SAJEX 2025) from September 11–13 at the Jeddah Superdome, in what is being seen as a major step in strengthening jewellery trade ties between India and Saudi Arabia.

In a landmark move to expand India’s gem and jewellery exports, the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), with support from the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, has announced the launch of SAJEX – The Saudi Arabia Jewellery Exposition, the first-ever dedicated B2B gem and jewellery fair in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Minister Aditi Tatkare Inaugurates Event Showcasing Innovation, Legacy and Youth-Driven Growth

The Indian gems and jewellery industry is facing a potential challenge as the United States considers imposing reciprocal tariffs. In response, key industry leaders have engaged with government officials to discuss the implications and seek intervention to protect India’s export interests

India and Thailand have reinforced their longstanding trade relations in the gem and jewellery sector with the signing of three pivotal Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) at the Bangkok Gem and Jewelry Fair (BGJF) 2025

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), India’s premier trade body for the gem and jewellery industry, has appointed Kirit Bhansali as Chairman and Shaunak Parikh as Vice Chairman following the completion of the COA Election 2024

The Government of India has announced the reintroduction of the Diamond Imprest Authorisation (DIA) Scheme, aiming to boost India’s competitiveness in the global diamond trade and support the domestic industry

India is set to bolster its gem and jewellery industry with the launch of the first-ever India Jewellery Park in Mumbai, a landmark project announced by Mr. Vipul Shah, Chairman of GJEPC

The Jaipur Jewellery Show (JJS), fondly known as the December Show, returns for its 22nd edition from 20 to 23 December 2024 at the Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Centre (JECC), Sitapura. With over 1200 booths, this premier event continues to blend Jaipur’s rich heritage in gems and jewellery with contemporary trends, offering a vibrant platform for trade, innovation, and design excellence

GI tags have the potential to revolutionize India’s jewellery industry by preserving traditional craftsmanship, enhancing global recognition of regional products, boosting the livelihood of artisans, and promoting sustainable growth. Additionally, GI-tagged jewellery can be positioned as premium, authentic offerings carrying cultural and historical significance, which can give a leg-up to jewellery exports, says Suneeta Kaul

Oman's Minister of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion, HE Qais Mohammed Al Yousef, recently met with top Indian jewellers in Mumbai, inviting them to establish manufacturing bases in Oman